final quiz 2

Which of the following has been recommended by experts in positive psychology as a method for managing stress and increasing happiness? A) Engaging in demanding or competitive physical activity B) Taking time to keep a daily gratitude journal C) Trusting that relationships will simply work themselves out D) Using mind-altering drugs to have a transcendental experience

B

Emily is experiencing chronic stress due to a dysfunctional relationship. Which of the following defines the allostatic load Emily is carrying? A) The long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response B) The magnitude of the body's response to a stressor C) The increased magnitude of a stressor required to cause a response D) The ability of the immune system to respond to assaults

A

Lisa believes in a unifying force that gives meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating: A) spiritual health. B) social support. C) religiosity. D) emotional health.

A

Stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligations in the time available is known as: A) overload. B) acute stress. C) conflict. D) chronic stress.

A

To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful? A) Getting more sleep and "down time" B) A regimen of intensive daily exercise C) Increasing alcohol intake to promote relaxation D) Broadening one's social support system

A

Which of the following is true of Maslow's hierarchy of needs? A) Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs. B) Social needs are the most basic and essential needs. C) A self-actualized person has met basic needs but has not fully reached his or her potential. D) Esteem needs are more basic than survival needs.

A

Which of the following represents the primary difference between emotional health and mental health? A) Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes. B) Mental health does not encompass our responses to stimuli. C) Mental health does not assume responsibility for our actions. D) Emotional health deals specifically with thought processes rather than feelings.

A

A pop quiz in class is an example of: A) chronic stress. B) a stressor. C) a frustration. D) eustress.

B

After breaking up with his girlfriend, Lucas has been unable to move on. He is afraid of rejection and doesn't think that women find him attractive. He is probably suffering from: A) low self-efficacy. B) low self-esteem. C) learned helplessness. D) a victim complex.

B

College students are: A) less at risk for suicide if they drink alcohol. B) more likely to commit suicide than the general population. C) more able to handle pressures that can lead to suicide than their younger peers. D) only prone to suicide if their grades are declining.

B

David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke. This most likely caused him to experience: A) insomnia. B) the flight-or-fight response. C) the adaptation syndrome. D) the resistance response.

B

Downshifting refers to the process of: A) using meditation to combat the stress response B) taking steps to simplify one's life. C) deliberately completing tasks at a slower pace. D) allowing depression to take over as the result of stress.

B

Exercise reduces stress by: A) suppressing endocrine function. B) increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones. C) providing a therapeutic way to reduce or eliminate pain. D) expanding aerobic capacity.

B

Keisha puts herself down all the time. She approaches any challenge with a negative attitude and doubts her ability to succeed. Keisha is displaying: A) a dysfunctional response. B) low self-esteem. C) poor self-control. D) clinical depression.

B

Suicide prevention techniques include: A) ignoring a person's statement that they'd like to die. B) asking directly if the person intends to hurt him- or herself. C) reassuring a person that nothing could be so bad as to make suicide an option. D) keeping all conversations with the person confidential.

B

Which of the following is true about a major depressive disorder? A) True depressive disorders are the same as feeling down after a bad experience. B) Symptoms include physical exhaustion and an inability to concentrate. C) Symptoms usually do not last for more than a month or two and can be easily managed. D) People can snap out of it if they choose.

B

According to Maslow's hierarchy, individuals who have satisfied their basic needs and have attained their full potential are: A) emotionally healthy. B) mature. C) self-actualized. D) self-aware.

C

One reason why the Type A personality theory has been debated is because: A) the early research had serious methodological flaws. B) most people have either Type A or Type B personalities. C) not all Type A people experience negative health consequences. D) most people have either Type C or Type D personalities.

C

Psychological health is a complex interaction of: A) personal experiences and thoughts of future events. B) opinions and interpretations of past experiences. C) thoughts of present and future events. D) thoughts, feelings, and personal experiences.

C

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is: A) adaptation. B) eustress. C) homeostasis. D) recovery.

C

Which of the following hormones might contribute to the "Freshman 15"-the tendency to gain about 15 pounds during the first year of college? A) Testosterone B) Estrogen C) Cortisol D) Epinephrine

C

A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by: A) becoming withdrawn and avoiding friends. B) getting angry at the professor. C) drinking for distraction and to relieve tension. D) learning from the situation and improving study habits.

D

Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of: A) exhaustion. B) anxiety. C) an eating disorder. D) a chronic mood disorder.

D

Belief in your ability to perform a task successfully is called: A) self-awareness. B) self-esteem. C) self-reliance. D) self-efficacy.

D

Hearing ominous footsteps following you late at night on a campus walking path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome? A) Resistance B) Exhaustion C) Recovery D) Alarm

D

Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of: A) self-satisfaction. B) self-esteem. C) self-reliance. D) self-efficacy

D

Social bonds can: A) undermine an individual's sense of authority and self-confidence. B) create isolation in the midst of a group. C) create feelings of being overwhelmed or overcommitted due to many social demands. D) provide a sense of belonging and reassure an individual of his or her worth.

D

The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the: A) pituitary gland. B) cerebral cortex. C) frontal lobe. D) hypothalamus.

D

To manage stress, the first step is to: A) control your emotional responses. B) choose to ignore the stressors in your life. C) determine which stressors can be reduced or eliminated. D) identify and assess the stressors in your life.

D

Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress? A) Failing a test B) Losing your job C) The death of a cherished grandparent D) An impending promotion

D

You've misplaced your cell phone and you're already late for class. Which type of stressor is this? A) Pressure B) Change C) Conflict D) Hassle

D